The UK Drum Show 2025 | Inside the Event with Organiser Neil Golding

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In this exclusive interview, Ollie Winiberg from ‪@DrummersReview‬ sit's down with Neil Golding, the organiser of The UK Drum Show and The Europe Drum Show, to talk all things drumming and community ahead of the UK Drum Show 2025 at the ACC Liverpool (18–19 October).

Neil shares the story behind the birth of the UK Drum Show, the careful artist selection process, and what it means to see the buzz and excitement online each year. He also dive's into supporting local drum shops, the friendships forged when strangers unite through their love of drumming, and where the show is heading next.

Ollie and Neil also explore the creation of the Main Stage Mini—a dedicated space for children who can play drums—along with the legendary post-show “hang” where drummers gather in a local pub to relax over a few beers. Plus, Neil gives insight into the huge number of emails he receives in the run-up to the show, and we break down the VIP experience that offers priority entry to the main stage for fans wanting the best seats in the house.

Whether you’re a drummer, a fan, or just curious about what makes the UK Drum Show such a special community event, this interview is packed with stories and insights you won’t want to miss.

📍 The UK Drum Show 2025

🗓️ 18–19 October

📌 ACC Liverpool

https://www.theukdrumshow.com

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00:57 - The Birth of The UK Drum Show
04:23 - The Selection Process
08:05 - The Reactions
10:10 - Supporting Your Local Drum Shop
13:10 - From Strangers to Friends
15:40 - Where It's Going and the Creation of The Mini Stage Mini
21:50 - The "Infamous Hang"
22:50 - "There's a LOT!"
28:15 - The VIP Experience